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Advisory Published

ZDI-CAN-11946: Siemens Solid Edge Viewer FBX File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of FBX files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated data structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Siemens Solid Edge Viewer

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11946?

    The severity of ZDI-CAN-11946 has been rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-CAN-11946?

    To fix ZDI-CAN-11946, users should update to the latest version of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What type of attacks are possible with ZDI-CAN-11946?

    ZDI-CAN-11946 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected installations by tricking users into visiting malicious pages or opening harmful files.

  • What versions of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer are affected by ZDI-CAN-11946?

    ZDI-CAN-11946 affects specific versions of Siemens Solid Edge Viewer, particularly those prior to the latest security update.

  • Is user interaction required for exploiting ZDI-CAN-11946?

    Yes, user interaction is required for exploiting ZDI-CAN-11946, as the victim must visit a malicious webpage or open a malicious file.

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